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Toneloc007
07-06-2009, 04:54 PM
Ok, I am not sure if this is the most appropriate place to post this. I need some advice on my options. I currently work at a hotel in Atlantic Beach. I work in the engineering department. I have been there now for a little over 9 months. In February I my license was suspended for 5 years. I am eligible for a hardship after a year. I have been having problems with my boss working with me. I take the bus to work. I usually get Sundays and Mondays off due to the fact that the Sunday schedule for the buses makes it hard for me to work a full shift. He, my boss, is now telling me that I have to make a decision on what I want to do with my job. He tells me that I am causing problems within the department and that I need to make some changes on my end so that I can accommodate him. Can he fire me on the basis that I have transportation issues even though I can work any other day? Another problem is that I have as I said Sundays and Mondays off but he wants me to split my days off. (i.e.,Sundays and Wednesdays off.) But everyone else gets their two days off back to back. In my opinion its not fair that I have to take split days off plus because my income is not sufficient I have to pick up side jobs which usually needs me to have two consecutive days off. I could use some advice and suggestions.

jacksgal
07-06-2009, 08:37 PM
Yes he can fire you for not being availalbe when needed. Google "at will"

untogue75
09-01-2009, 04:34 AM
I really can not add much more than what everyone else has already said. Many have been in your shoes and have come out a survivor and you can to.I hope your family will be supportive of you as that is a very important part of your doing time.Prayers going out for you and yours.Kitty

young72
07-13-2010, 10:34 PM
HE CAN FIRE U BUT all u have to do is go file unemployment if they find ur absense was due to reasons beyond your control u will get unemployment benifits till u get new work not sure if theat will help but its something.

mischastar
11-15-2010, 03:33 AM
Why not compromise with him? Perhaps agree to split your days off but say he will have to arrange transport for you as a result. Best advice is to contact a solicitor or citizens advice